2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
